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Florida State University Cancels Home Athletic Events Following Campus Shooting
Tallahassee, FL – Florida State University (FSU) has announced the cancellation of all home athletic competitions through Sunday after a shooting incident occurred on its Tallahassee campus Thursday. The campus incident resulted in one fatality and injuries to six others, according to media reports. Law enforcement has a suspect in custody and is investigating the incident.
Campus Lockdown and Law Enforcement Response
University officials issued a shelter-in-place alert around noon, instructing individuals on campus to seek immediate shelter and await further directives. This directive was enacted as law enforcement officers conducted a thorough search of buildings located on the main campus following reports of an active shooter situation.
Active Shooter Call at Student Union
According to university statements, police responded swiftly to reports of an active shooter originating from the student union area at approximately 12:01 p.m. local time.
Victims’ Conditions
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare reported that one victim is in critical condition and an additional five individuals are in serious condition as a result of the campus shooting incident.
University Operations Suspended
Florida State University has suspended all classes and business operations on the main campus through Friday in response to the incident and ongoing investigation.
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Athletic Event Cancellations
Several FSU athletic events have been impacted by the university’s decision to suspend activities. The following events have been canceled:
- Baseball: Games against Virginia scheduled for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
- Softball: Games against Georgia Tech scheduled for Friday through Sunday.
- Football: The final two spring practice sessions scheduled for this week.
Men’s Tennis Competition Continues
The FSU men’s tennis team is currently participating in the Atlantic Coast Conference tournament in Cary, North Carolina, and their competition against Louisville on Thursday evening is proceeding as scheduled.